Rose of Sharon 'Helene' (Hibiscus syriacus): Elegant White with Red Eye

Overview

Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene' is a Rose of Sharon cultivar known for its elegant white flowers with a contrasting red eye, blooming profusely on a vigorous shrub.

Key Characteristics

• Family: Malvaceae
• Genus: Hibiscus
• Species: syriacus
• Cultivar: Helene

Floral Display

The flowers are 3–4 inches, pure white with a distinct, deep red center eye. They are single or semi-double. The shrub blooms heavily from mid-summer to fall. Foliage is clean, medium green. Grows 8–10 feet tall.

Landscape Value

The white-with-red-eye pattern is classic and showy. Use as a focal point, hedge, or in a mixed shrub border. Very cold hardy (zones 5–9). Low maintenance once established.